Syn®-Ake is an anti-wrinkle active compound based on a synthetic tripeptide that mimics the effect of Waglerin 1, found in the venom of the Temple Viper. The biological activity of Syn®-Ake reduces the contraction frequency of muscle cells on the face, thereby decreasing expression lines. It prevents the fixation of acetylcholine – the ‘contraction messenger’ for facial muscles that calms the muscle contractions that would increase wrinkling. In vivo testing showed an impressive reduction of over 50% in wrinkle size after 28 days.

INCI Name: Dipeptide Diaminobutyroyl Benzylamide Diacetate

Matrixyl - 3000® is a combination of matrikines including Palmitoyl Oligopeptide and Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide – 7, Matrixyl 3000® promotes collagen production while stimulating fibroblast cells in the skin, enabling them to significantly reduce the appearance of wrinkles. Although fibroblasts never completely lose their ability to create more collagen, the levels dwindle with age and the skin dries out and wrinkles.

In clinical trials, Matrixyl® 3000 achieved:

§ 33% decrease in wrinkle density

§ 23% decrease in the volume of wrinkles

§ 20% decrease in the depth of wrinkles

Beneficial ingredients in the product:

Hyaluronic Acid: has water storing properties and is an ideal swelling agent and lubricant, enabling its incorporation into cosmetics leading to a perceptible and visible improvement of skin condition. It forms a thin transparent pliable surface film. The film helps to preserve the properties of youthful and healthy skin, suppleness, elasticity and tone. The benefits of its humectant and moisturising properties make this a very effective skin care component.

Squalane (Olive derived): Squalane is a major component of human skin surface lipids (or oils). Squalane helps keep our skin soft and healthy and its anti-oxidant capabilities help to protect the skin from the harsh effects of the environment. Although Squalane is often derived from shark liver oil, our Squalane is derived from olives, which is a vegetable source.

Aloe Vera (Aloe Barbaensis Leaf Juice): The benefits of Aloe Vera on the skin have been known for many years and therefore it is an essential ingredient in skin care products.